AAA offers the following tips for proper vehicle maintenance:

• Change the oil properly.

• Rotate your tires regularly. Proper rotation can add as much as 10,000 miles to the life of a set of tires.

• Keep maintenance records. The records are good diagnostic tools and proof you have cared for your vehicle, which can enhance its trade-in or resale value.

• Run your engine for a few minutes before turning on the heater, air conditioner, wipers and other accessories. Accelerating with a cold engine can cause premature engine failure.

• If your vehicle has fuel injection, keep the gas tank at least one-quarter full.

• Look for cracks or looseness in engine belts. Broken belts frequently lead to roadside breakdowns.

Source: AAA